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The finest in COMMERCIAL SUPPORT-FREE CME
The St. Regis Princeville ResortKauai, Hawaii
October 13-17, 2013Page 13
Over 65
Conference
Choices
SPRING 2013
PRIMARY CARE CONFERENCESEXCEPTIONAL CME | EXTRAORDINARY LOCATIONS
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LEARN IN THE MORNING. RELAX IN THE AFTERNOON.3-Day, 4-Day and 5-Day Conferences n Clinically oriented programs for Primary Care Practice, with an emphasis on the
diagnosis and treatment of medical problems commonly seenn Maximum interaction with 200+ distinguished faculty members from 75 leading
medical institutions who have been selected for their expertise and teaching abilities
n Educational credit satisfying AMA, AOA, AAFP, ACEP, AAPA, ANCC, and ACPEn Guaranteed satisfaction with trusted medical education for nearly 30 yearsn Great locations with discounted hotel rates
CONFERENCES APRIL MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH CONFERENCES
INTERNAL MEDICINE(Pages 8-9)
Las Vegas, NVNeuro/Psych/CVApril 19-21
Walt Disney World® Resort, FLCV/Rheum/EndoMay 24-26
Oahu, HINeuro/Psych/Rheum/DermJune 9-13**
Paris, FranceEndo/Neuro/Derm/GastroJuly 22-25*
Maui, HIRheum/Vasc/Pulm/IDAugust 11-15**
Atlantic City, NJCV/Derm/OrthoSeptember 13-15
Walt Disney World® Resort, FLPulm/Psych/Endo/IDOctober 6-10**
Nassau, Bahamas Endo/Pulm/Derm/Neuro November 7-10*
San Diego, CACV/Ortho/RheumDecember 13-15
Maui, HI Endo/Pulm/Onc/IDJanuary 26-30**
St. Kitts, West IndiesNeuro/Psych/Rheum/DermFebruary 20-23*
Las Vegas, NVCV/Derm/OrthoMach 7-9
INTERNAL MEDICINE(Pages 8-9)Orlando, FL
Neuro/Psych/PulmNovember 29- December 1
Oahu, HIHem-Onc/Pulm/Vasc/Derm December 15-19**
Maui, HI Gastro/Neuro/Derm/Adolesc MedMarch 16-20**
WOMEN’S/MEN’S HEALTH(Pages 10-11)
Asheville, NCWomen’s HealthMay 24-26
Mackinac Island, MIWomen’s/Men’s HealthJuly 25-28*
4-Day Conferencesn Internal Medicine for Primary Care (pages 8-9)n Updates in Women’s Health/Men’s Health (pages 10-11)n Cardio/Pulmonary Medicine for Primary Care (page 12)n Neuro/Psych Medicine for Primary Care (page 13)n Clinical Endocrinology for Primary Care (page 14)n Dermatology (page 19)
5-Day Conferencesn Internal Medicine for Primary Care (pages 8-9)n Updates in Women’s/Men’s Health (page 11)n Neuro/Psych Medicine for Primary Care (page 13)
REGISTER TODAY!www.MER.org
CONFERENCES APRIL MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH CONFERENCES
INTERNAL MEDICINE(Pages 8-9)
Las Vegas, NVNeuro/Psych/CVApril 19-21
Walt Disney World® Resort, FLCV/Rheum/EndoMay 24-26
Oahu, HINeuro/Psych/Rheum/DermJune 9-13**
Paris, FranceEndo/Neuro/Derm/GastroJuly 22-25*
Maui, HIRheum/Vasc/Pulm/IDAugust 11-15**
Atlantic City, NJCV/Derm/OrthoSeptember 13-15
Walt Disney World® Resort, FLPulm/Psych/Endo/IDOctober 6-10**
Nassau, Bahamas Endo/Pulm/Derm/Neuro November 7-10*
San Diego, CACV/Ortho/RheumDecember 13-15
Maui, HI Endo/Pulm/Onc/IDJanuary 26-30**
St. Kitts, West IndiesNeuro/Psych/Rheum/DermFebruary 20-23*
Las Vegas, NVCV/Derm/OrthoMach 7-9
INTERNAL MEDICINE(Pages 8-9)Orlando, FL
Neuro/Psych/PulmNovember 29- December 1
Oahu, HIHem-Onc/Pulm/Vasc/Derm December 15-19**
Maui, HI Gastro/Neuro/Derm/Adolesc MedMarch 16-20**
WOMEN’S/MEN’S HEALTH(Pages 10-11)
Asheville, NCWomen’s HealthMay 24-26
Mackinac Island, MIWomen’s/Men’s HealthJuly 25-28*
Walt Disney World® Resort, FLWomen’s/Men’s Health March 23-27**
WOMEN’S/MEN’S HEALTH(Pages 10-11)
CARDIO/PULMONARY(Page 12)
Walt Disney World® Resort, FLApril 18-21*
Jackson Hole, WYJuly 12-14
New York, NYOctober 25-27
Las Vegas, NVDecember 29-31
Scottsdale, AZMarch 21-23
CARDIO/PULMONARY(Page 12)
NEUROLOGY/PSYCHIATRY(Page 13)
Walt Disney World® Resort, FLNeurology June 20-23*
Niagara Falls, ON, CanadaNeurologyJuly 5-7
Washington, DCNeuro/PsychAugust 1-4*
Kauai, HINeuro/PsychOctober 13-17**
Las Vegas, NVNeurology November 22-24
Nassau, BahamasNeuro/PsychDecember 5-8*
Las Vegas, NVNeurologyFebruary 21-23
Nassau, BahamasNeuro/PsychMarch 27-30*
NEUROLOGY/PSYCHIATRY(Page 13)
ENDOCRINOLOGY(Page 14)
St. John, USVI April 4-7*
Disneyland® Resort, CAJune 27-30*
Las Vegas, NVAugust 2-4
Napa, CAOctober 4-6
Walt Disney World® Resort, FL November 15-17
Las Vegas, NV January 24-26
Key West, FLJanuary 30- February 2*
ENDOCRINOLOGY(Page 14)
GERIATRIC MEDICINE(Page 15)
New Orleans, LAApril 12-14
Las Vegas, NVJuly 5-7
Walt Disney World® Resort, FLAugust 9-11
New York, NYNovember 29- December 1
Breckenridge, COFebruary 14-16
GERIATRIC MEDICINE(Page 15)
ORTHOPEDICS(Page 16)
Key West, FLMay 10-12
Lake George, NYAugust 16-18
Las Vegas, NVNovember 1-3
New York, NYDecember 29-31
San Antonio, TX March 28-30
ORTHOPEDICS(Page 16)
RHEUMATOLOGY(Page 17)
Napa, CAApril 26-28
Nashville, TNJune 14-16
Las Vegas, NVSeptember 20-22
Charleston, SCOctober 18-20
Walt Disney World® Resort, FL December 29-31
Palm Springs, CA February 7-9 RHEUMATOLOGY
(Page 17)
INFECTIOUS DISEASE(Page 18)
Las Vegas, NVMay 17-19
Aspen, COAug 30-Sept 1
Walt Disney World® Resort, FL December 6-8
San Juan, Puerto Rico March 14-16
INFECTIOUS DISEASE(Page 18)
DERMATOLOGY(Page 19)
Las Vegas, NVJune 21-23
Cape Cod, MAJuly 19-21
San Diego, CAAugust 16-18
Walt Disney World® Resort, FLSeptember 13-15
Key West, FLNovember 21-24*
New York, NYDecember 13-15
Walt Disney World® Resort, FL February 21-23
DERMATOLOGY(Page 19)
SPECIAL CONFERENCES(Page 7)
Walt Disney World® Resort, FLLegal, Tax and Financial Updates for the Medical PracticeJuly 19-21
SPECIAL CONFERENCES(Page 7)
n 3-Day Conference n *4-Day Conference n **5-Day Conference
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Over the years, more than 150,000 of your colleagues have evaluated our programs. They agree that MER delivers the best in continuing medical education. MER is an accredited provider of continuing medical education credits, approved by organizations including:
nAMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for Physicians
nAmerican Academy of Family Physicians Prescribed Credits
nAmerican Osteopathic Association Category 2-A
nAmerican College of Emergency Physicians
nAmerican Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC)
nAmerican Academy of Physician Assistants
nAccreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) for Pharmacists
See page 21 for a complete list of program accreditation.
INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCES
These are just some of the 30 incredible destinations where you can attend our conferences! See pages 2-3 for complete course and location listing.
n 200+ Respected Facultyn Over 65 Conference Choicesn 30 Exciting Destinationsn 98% Attendee Satisfactionn 1,000,000+ Credits Awarded
Nassau, BahamasAtlantis Paradise Island Resort
Maui, HawaiiGrand Wailea
New York, NYCrowne Plaza Times Square
Asim Jani, MD, MPHInfectious Disease Specialist
Conference space and exclusive hotel rates are limited. Register TODAY!
Morning sessions packed with valuable information. Afternoons/Evenings open.
11 CME credits.
Special Conferences ....................... 7NEW! Legal, Tax and Financial Updates for the Medical Practice ......7Internal Medicine .......................... 8-9Women’s/Men’s Health ............ 10-11Cardio/Pulmonary ......................... 12Neurology/Psychiatry .................... 13Endocrinology ................................ 14Geriatric Medicine ......................... 15Orthopedics ................................... 16Rheumatology/Musculoskeletal ... 17Infectious Disease ......................... 18Dermatology .................................. 19
4-DAY PROGRAMS
Morning sessions packed with valuable information. Afternoons/Evenings open.
14 CME credits.
Special European Conference ........ 6Internal Medicine .......................... 8-9Women’s/Men’s Health ............ 10-11Cardio/Pulmonary ......................... 12 Neurology/Psychiatry .................... 13Endocrinology ................................ 14 Dermatology .................................. 19
5-DAY PROGRAMS
Half-day learning format.17 CME credits.
Internal Medicine .......................... 8-9Women’s/Men’s Health ................. 11Neurology/Psychiatry .................... 13
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Registration Rates:Physicians: $1,195Residents and Others: $995• Early bird rates available,
see page 22.• €305 single • €330 double• One breakfast included per day• Each additional breakfast €10 per
person
NEW LOCATION – PARIS, FRANCEINTERCONTINENTAL PARIS LE GRANDJULY 22-25, 2013
Bonjour and welcome to CME in the world’s most romantic city! Known for its famous landmarks, renowned works of art, and chic fashion, Paris is an amazing destination you’ll be sure to fall in love with.
Join MER at the Intercontinental Paris Le Grand, learn from our expert faculty each morning, and explore the many wonders of Paris during the rest of your stay. Don’t miss out on your chance to experience:
PROGRAMMONDAY, JULY 22• Endocrinology: Osteoporosis• Endocrinology: Type 2 Diabetes• Gastroenterology: Management of Lower GI Bleeding• Gastroenterology: Evaluation of the Patient with
Dysphagia
TUESDAY, JULY 23• Gastroenterology: Medications and the Liver• Endocrinology: Obesity Management Update• Dermatitis: Papulosquamous Diseases• Dermatitis: Acne and Acneiform Eruptions
WEDNESDAY, JULY 24• Neurology: The Neurological Exam• Neurology: Prevention and Management of
Cerebrovascular Disorders• Dermatology: Skin Manifestations of Systemic Disease• Dermatology: Premalignant and Malignant Skin Tumors
THURSDAY, JULY 25• Neurology: Headaches and Migraines: Vascular &
Non-Vascular• Neurology: Sleep Disorders
Internal Medicine for Primary Care:Endocrinology/Neurology/Dermatology/Gastroenterology
The medical profession is always advancing and evolving, as is the MER content. MER continues to update our conferences and add new topics in an effort to keep you current.
July 19-21, 2013Disney’s BoardWalk ResortWalt Disney World® Resort, FLLegal, Tax and Financial Updates for the Medical PracticeStarting at $229 per night
Disney’s BoardWalk ResortWalt Disney World® Resort, FL
The St. Regis Princeville ResortKauai, HI
ALL-NEW CONTENT DEVELOPED ESPECIALLY FOR PRIMARY CARE!
13 EXCITING NEW DESTINATIONS
n Anaheim, CA (page 14)
n Aspen, CO (page 18)
n Atlantic City, NJ (page 8-9)
n Charleston, SC (page 17)
n Kauai, HI (page 13)
n Nashville, TN (page 17)
n Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada (page 13)
n Palm Springs, CA (page 17)
n Paris, France (page 6 & 8-9)
n San Antonio, TX (page 16)
n San Juan, PR (page 18)
n Universal Studios, Orlando, FL (page 9)
n Washington, DC (page 13)
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Grand WaileaMaui, HI
MER — Delivering credible, accredited CME since 1983.
Intercontinental Paris Le GrandParis, France
INTERNAL MEDICINE
Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details. *4-Day Conference. **5-Day Conference.
DATES AND LOCATIONS
2013April 19-21Las Vegas, NV The CosmopolitanNeuro/Psych/CVStarting at $259 per night
May 24-26Walt Disney World® Resort, FL Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & SpaCV/Rheum/EndoStarting at $289 per night
June 9-13**Oahu, HI Aulani, A Disney Resort & SpaNeuro/Psych/Rheum/DermStarting at $389 per night
July 22-25*Paris, FranceIntercontinental Paris Le GrandEndo/Neuro/Derm/Gastro€305 single €330 doubleOne breakfast includedEach additional breakfast €10 per person
August 11-15**Maui, HIGrand WaileaRheum/Vasc/Pulm/IDStarting at $330 per night
September 13-15Atlantic City, NJRevelCV/Derm/OrthoStarting at $229 per night
INTERNAL MEDICINE FOR PRIMARY CAREMER’s Internal Medicine Conference Series is now more comprehensive introducing new content modules that allow you to broaden your educational experience.
Each conference is unique. Visit www.mer.org for content topics and learning objectives for each offering.
MER’s 3-Day, 4-Day and 5-Day Internal MedicineConference Series will offer content in the following topics:
• Adolescent Medicine
• Cardiovascular
• Dermatology
• Endocrinology
• Gastroenterology
• Hematology
• Infectious Disease
• Neurology
• Oncology
• Orthopedics
• Psychiatry
• Pulmonology
• Rheumatology
• Vascular
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & SpaWalt Disney World® Resort, FL
• Gastroenterology• Neurology• Dermatology• Adolescent Medicine
n 3-Day Conference n 4-Day Conference n 5-Day Conference
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JW Marriott San Francisco Union SquareSan Francisco, CA
Conference space and exclusive hotel rates are limited. Register TODAY!
DATES AND LOCATIONS
WOMEN’S/MEN’S HEALTH
Upon completion of this program, participants should be better able to:n Distinguish between ovulatory and anovulatory uterine
bleeding and other menstrual abnormalities and select appropriate treatment options
n Explain the process of menopausal transition (climacteric) and describe the potential risks/benefits of HRT options, especially in relation to breast cancer and cardiovascular disease
n Describe the management of HPV infection and abnormal pap smear results
n Identify current strategies for diagnosing and managing osteoporosis, thyroid disorders and obese patients
n Discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of chronic fatigue syndrome
n Recognize and manage common symptoms of depression and other psychiatric disorders in women
PROGRAM (WOMEN’S HEALTH)DAY ONE (8:00 AM - 12:40 PM)• Abnormal Uterine Bleeding• Menopausal Transition and Hormone Replacement Therapy• Osteoporosis• Managing Obesity• Case Presentations
DAY TWO (8:00 AM - 12:40 PM)• Thyroid Disorders in Women• Depression in Women• Other Psychiatric Disorders• Management of Abnormal Pap Smears• Management of High-Risk HPV Infections• Case Presentations
DAY THREE (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM)• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome• Case Presentations
2013May 24-26Asheville, NCThe Grove Park InnUpdates in Women’s HealthStarting at $279 per night
September 13-15San Francisco, CAJW Marriott San Francisco Union SquareUpdates in Women’s HealthStarting at $269 per night
December 6-8Las Vegas, NVThe BellagioUpdates in Women’s HealthStarting at $179 per night
Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details.
Topics to be covered when Men’s Health is presented:
• Male Malignancies (testes and prostate) Biology and treatment options using current medical
technology of prostate cancer; evaluation and treatment of testicular cancer and long-term ramifications after cure
• Benign Prostatic Conditions Appropriate primary medical management of BPH
as well as identification of patients with complex or refractory cases that warrant referral; diagnosis and treatment of prostatitis
• Prostate Cancer Screening and Treatment Review and clarification of the often confusing and
political literature regarding prostate cancer screening, risks, and benefits of screening for prostate cancer and strategies for decreasing the risk of over treatment
• Family Planning: Fertility, Infertility, Vasectomy Etiology of infertility and the appropriate work-
up, treatment, and timing of referral; options for contraception-vasectomy and vasectomy reversal
work-ups and therapies of the common sexually transmitted diseases
• Androgen Replacement, Sexual Function Treatment algorithm and safety profiles for the treatment
of erectile dysfunction; testosterone supplementation for the treatment of ED or hypogonadism
UPDATES INMEN’S HEALTH
DATES AND LOCATIONS
Men’s Health content will be offered in these locations:
2013July 25-28*Mackinac Island, MIGrand HotelUpdates in Women’s/Men’s Health$408 Cat I$498 Cat II$628 Cat IIIRates based on Double OccupancyDaily rates include full breakfast and dinner
October 4-6Las Vegas, NVThe VenetianUpdates in Women’s/Men’s HealthStarting at $219 per night
2014February 13-16*Nassau, BahamasAtlantis Paradise Island ResortUpdates in Women’s/Men’s Health$229 Beach Tower$249 Coral Tower$279 Royal Tower$469 Cove Suites
March 23-27**Walt Disney World® Resort, FLDisney’s Grand Floridian Resort & SpaUpdates in Women’s/Men’s HealthStarting at $319 per night
*4-Day Conference. **5-Day Conference.
4-day and 5-day agendas and learning objectives at mer.org
12 Register for your choice of 3-day, 4-day and 5-day conferences.
DATES AND LOCATIONS
CARDIO/PULMONARY
CARDIO/PULMONARY MEDICINE FOR PRIMARY CAREUpon completion of this program, participants should be better able to:n Describe current diagnostic approaches to
hypertension, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, ACS and CAD
n Discuss treatment strategies reflective of current evidence-based medicine for hypertension, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, ACS and CAD
n Identify the pathophysiology and diagnostic approach of asthma, COPD and common respiratory infections
n Design treatment strategies reflective of current evidence-based medicine for asthma, COPD and common respiratory infections
PROGRAMDAY ONE (8:00 AM - 12:40 PM)• Asthma• Controversies in the Treatment of Common
Respiratory Infections• Workup of Patients with Suspected CAD:
Which Tests for Which Patients• Acute Coronary Syndromes:
Initial Workup and Treatment• Case Presentations: (Cardiology)
DAY TWO (8:00 AM - 12:40 PM)• Arrhythmia Management for the Primary Care Physician• Hypertension Update• Congestive Heart Failure• Everything You Need to Know About COPD• Case Presentations: (Pulmonary)
DAY THREE (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM)• Primary and Secondary Prevention of CAD• Case Studies
Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details. *4-Day Conference.
2013April 18-21*Walt Disney World® Resort, FL Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club ResortsStarting at $299 per night
July 12-14Jackson Hole, WYHotel TerraStarting at $279 per night
October 25-27New York, NYCrowne Plaza Times SquareStarting at $389 per night
December 29-31Las Vegas, NVThe CosmopolitanStarting at $240 per night
NEUROLOGY LEARNING OBJECTIVESUpon completion of this program, participants should be better able to:n Review a neurological examn Explain the differential diagnosis of seizures and the clinical
pharmacology of anti-epileptic drugsn Distinguish dementia from delirium, as well as recognize the
neurological changes of normal agingn Discuss developments in diagnostic technology and stroke
managementn Assess and manage vascular and non-vascular headaches
and migraines
PSYCHIATRY LEARNING OBJECTIVESUpon completion of this program, participants should be better able to:n Review diagnosis and treatment (pharmacologic and
nonpharmacologic) of substance abuse, anxiety disorders, and ADHD in adults
n Discuss mood stabilizing psychosocial and pharmacologic treatments of bipolar disorder as well as frequent co-morbid psychiatric disorders
n Describe common obstacles to coping with chronic illness and understand strategies that facilitate medication adherence, including the role of self-concept in adapting
n Identify and set limits with problematic patients and use tools to manage personal reactions
n Review risk factors and patients at risk for suicide and violence and intervene to make timely referrals to combat hopelessness
2013June 20-23*Walt Disney World® Resort, FLDisney’s Yacht & Beach Club ResortsNeurology for Primary CareStarting at $289 per night
July 5-7Niagara Falls, ON, CanadaMarriott Gateway on the FallsNeurology for Primary Care$219 Cityview $299 Fallsview
August 1-4*Washington, DCMandarin OrientalNeuro/Psych Medicine for Primary CareStarting at $229 per night
October 13-17**Kauai, HIThe St. Regis Princeville ResortNeuro/Psych Medicine for Primary CareStarting at $299 per night
November 22-24Las Vegas, NVThe CosmopolitanNeurology for Primary CareStarting at $240 per night
December 5-8*Nassau, BahamasAtlantis Paradise Island ResortNeuro/Psych Medicine for Primary Care$129 Beach Tower$159 Coral Tower$189 Royal Tower
2014February 21-23Las Vegas, NVMandarin OrientalNeurology for Primary CareStarting at $259 per night
March 27-30*Nassau, BahamasAtlantis Paradise Island ResortNeuro/Psych Medicine for Primary Care$229 Beach Tower$249 Coral Tower$279 Royal Tower$469 Cove Suites
For a list of complete learning objectives when Neurology only is presented see www.mer.org.Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details. *4-Day Conference. **5-Day Conference.
CLINICAL ENDOCRINOLOGY FOR PRIMARY CAREUpon completion of this program, participants should be better able to:n Describe and tailor treatment strategies for Type 1 and
Type 2 diabetesn Review the diagnostic criteria and therapeutic
approaches to osteoporosis and other calcium-related disorders
n Interpret the diagnostic criteria for dyslipidemia and design individualized treatment plans
n Describe the pathophysiology surrounding obesity and counsel patients on the various weight management strategies including patient selection criteria for surgery
n Discuss current diagnostic and treatment approaches to thyroid nodules and disorders
PROGRAMDAY ONE (8:00 AM - 12:40 PM)• Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus• Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus• Disorders of Calcium Metabolism• Management of Dyslipidemia• Case Presentations
DAY TWO (8:00 AM - 12:40 PM)• Disorders of Thyroid Function• Obesity Management Update• Metabolic Bone Disease• Case Presentations
DAY THREE (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM)• Thyroid Nodules • Case Presentations
Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details. *4-Day Conference.
2013April 4-7*St. John, USVI The Westin St. John Resort & VillasStarting at $379 per night
June 27-30*Disneyland® Resort, CADisney’s Grand Californian Hotel® and SpaStarting at $249 per night
August 2-4Las Vegas, NVThe Bellagio$169 Weekday$199 Weekend
October 4-6Napa, CAThe MeritageStarting at $329 per night
November 15-17Walt Disney World® Resort, FLDisney’s Yacht &Beach Club ResortsStarting at $279 per night
2014January 24-26Las Vegas, NVThe BellagioStarting at $239 per night
January 30-February 2*Key West, FLCasa Marina, A Waldorf Astoria Resort$349 Island Vista Room$399 Ocean Vista Room
DATES AND LOCATIONS
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel® and SpaDisneyland® Resort, CA
GERIATRIC MEDICINE FOR PRIMARY CAREUpon completion of this program, participants should be better able to:n Review a functional assessment of the elderly patientn Use a comprehensive geriatric assessment to identify
potential issuesn Discuss the etiologies, differential diagnoses, and
treatment approaches to depression in the elderlyn Assess and manage cardiac, vascular, musculoskeletal
and urologic disordersn Evaluate gait disorders and design practical approaches
for the prevention of fallsn Differentiate between cognitive impairment, dementias,
and Alzheimer’s Disease, and formulate appropriate treatment options
n Evaluate and manage pain in the older adult
PROGRAMDAY ONE (8:00 AM - 12:40 PM)• Approach to the Geriatric Patient• Depression in the Older Adult• Assessing and Managing Urological Disorders• Addressing Cardiovascular Problems• Case Presentations
DAY TWO (8:00 AM - 12:40 PM)• Vascular Problems• Common Musculoskeletal Problems• Geriatric Gait Disorders and Falls• Diagnosis and Management of the Patient with
Dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease• Case Presentations
DAY THREE (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM)• Pain Management • Case Presentations
GERIATRIC
2013April 12-14New Orleans, LA JW Marriott New OrleansStarting at $255 per night
July 5-7Las Vegas, NVMandarin OrientalStarting at $199 per night
August 9-11Walt Disney World® Resort, FLDisney’s Contemporary ResortStarting at $239 per night
November 29-December 1New York, NYCrowne Plaza Times SquareStarting at $319 per night
2014February 14-16Breckenridge, COThe Village at Breckenridge$270 Studio Suite$275 Village Hotel Room$325 One Bedroom Condo$470 Two Bedroom Condo$615 Three Bedroom Condo
Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details.
The Village at BreckenridgeBreckenridge, CO
Mandarin OrientalLas Vegas, NV
Crowne Plaza Times SquareNew York, NY
+ Additional destinations!
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OFFICE ORTHOPEDICS FOR PRIMARY CAREUpon completion of this program, participants should be better able to:n Discuss common office orthopedic problemsn Describe the anatomy and function of the shoulder and
knee jointsn Review the basics and common pitfalls of orthopedic
X-ray interpretation for shoulder and knee imagingn Describe how and when to utilize joint aspiration and
injection for the shoulder and knee jointsn Assess common joint problems and describe treatment
options
PROGRAMDAY ONE (8:00 AM - 12:40 PM)• Shoulder: rotator cuff syndrome; impingement,
• Upper Extremities: dislocation, differential diagnosis of associated neck problems and referred pain, joint injection/X-ray views and interpretation, indications for MRI
RHEUMATOLOGY ANDMUSCULOSKELETAL MEDICINE FOR PRIMARY CAREUpon completion of this program, participants should be better able to:n Differentiate between inflammatory and
non-inflammatory joint pain and the differential diagnosis of each category
n Describe the technique of joint aspiration, joint injection, and synovial fluid analysis
n Demonstrate a musculoskeletal examinationn Evaluate and treat osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, spinal
pain, regional pain syndromes, osteoporosis, and goutn Use current evidence to design treatment
strategies for rheumatoid arthritis
PROGRAMDAY ONE (8:00 AM - 12:40 PM)• Evaluating the Patient with Joint Pain• Physical Examination of Joints and Soft Tissue and
Diagnosis of Regional Pain Syndromes• Differential Diagnosis of Inflammatory Arthritis• Update in Pharmacology for Arthritis• Workshop: Hands-on Joint and Soft Tissue
Examination
DAY TWO (8:00 AM - 12:40 PM)• Osteoarthritis • Crystal Disease: Gout and Pseudogout• Spinal Pain• Osteoporosis• Joint Injection Technique• Workshop: Joint Aspiration and Injection Technique
DAY THREE (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM)• Fibromyalgia• Case Presentations
2013April 26-28Napa, CA The Meritage Resort and SpaStarting at $229 per night
June 14-16Nashville, TNGaylord Opryland Resort & Convention CenterStarting at $219 per night
September 20-22Las Vegas, NVThe CosmopolitanStarting at $239 per night
October 18-20Charleston, SCFrancis Marion HotelStarting at $240 per night
December 29-31Walt Disney World® Resort, FLDisney’s BoardWalk ResortStarting at $329 per night
2014February 7-9Palm Springs, CAHyatt Indian Wells Resort & SpaStarting at $235 per night
Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details.
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INFECTIOUS DISEASE MEDICINE FOR PRIMARY CAREUpon completion of this program, participants should be better able to:n Discuss the most important approaches to the
febrile patient with potentially life-threatening diseases in both hospital- and clinic-associated settings
n Diagnose and manage important infectious disease syndromes in a range of organ-based systems (respiratory, gastrointestinal, skin and soft-tissue)
n Identify the 2013 updates for immunizations and genitourinary infections (including selected sexually transmitted diseases)
n Review important travel-associated and animal bite-related infectious disease syndromes
n Describe important strategies for the evaluation of infections in immunocompromised hosts
PROGRAMDAY ONE (8:00 AM - 12:40 PM)• Evidence-Based Review of Infectious Diseases• Travel-Associated Infections• Animal Bites and Related Syndromes• Gastrointestinal Infections and Clostridium Difficile• Case Presentations—Respiratory Tract Infections
DAY TWO (8:00 AM - 12:40 PM)• Immunizations: Update 2013• Bone and Joint Infections• Genitourinary Diseases: Update 2013• Evidence-Based Review of Healthcare-Associated
Infections• Case Presentations: Infectious Disease Syndromes in
the Special Host
DAY THREE (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM)• Skin and Soft-Tissue Infections• Case Presentations: Don’t Miss It: Ambulatory Care
Infectious Disease Emergencies
Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details.
2013May 17-19Las Vegas, NV The Bellagio$179 weekday$249 weekend
August 30-September 1Aspen, COThe St. Regis Aspen ResortStarting at $299 per night
December 6-8Walt Disney World® Resort, FLDisney’s Grand Floridian Resort & SpaStarting at $299 per night
2014March 14-16San Juan, Puerto Rico InterContinental San JuanStarting at $279 per night
DERMATOLOGY FOR THE NON-DERMATOLOGISTUpon completion of this program, participants should be better able to:n Review the diagnostic principles and treatment options
for dermatitis, papulosquamous disorders, as well as viral, fungal, and bacterial infections
n Describe the step-wise approach for the diagnosis and treatment of acne and acneiform eruptions
n Identify cutaneous findings that serve as surrogates of internal diseases
n Differentiate benign and malignant skin tumors and employ appropriate in-office procedures
n Discuss strategies for appropriate sun protection measures
PROGRAMDAY ONE (8:00 AM - 12:40 PM)• Dermatitis• Papulosquamous Disorders• Viral Infections• Bacterial Infections• Acne and Acneiform Eruptions• Case Presentations
DAY TWO (8:00 AM - 12:40 PM)• Skin Manifestations of Systemic Disease• Fungal Infections• Benign Skin Tumors• Skin Surgery for Primary Care Physicians• Case Presentations
DAY THREE (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM)• Premalignant and Malignant Skin Tumors• Case Presentations
2013June 21-23 Las Vegas, NVThe CosmopolitanStarting at $259 per night
July 19-21Cape Cod, MAOcean Edge Resort and Golf ClubStarting at $325 per night
August 16-18San Diego, CASan Diego Marriott Marquis & MarinaStarting at $199 per night
September 13-15Walt Disney World® Resort, FLDisney’s Grand Floridian Resort & SpaStarting at $239 per night
November 21-24*Key West, FLCasa Marina, A Waldorf Astoria Resort$299 Island Vista Room$358 Ocean Vista Room
December 13-15New York, NYCrowne Plaza Times SquareStarting at $449 per night
2014February 21-23Walt Disney World® Resort, FLDisney’s Grand Floridian Resort & SpaStarting at $299 per night
Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details. *4-Day Conference.
DATES AND LOCATIONS
Ocean Edge Resort and Golf ClubCape Cod, MA
San Diego Marriott Marquis & MarinaSan Diego, CA
Casa Marina, A Waldorf Astoria ResortKey West, FL
+ Additional destinations!
4-day agenda and learning objectives at mer.org
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“This is my 10th MER course—MER always provides clinically relevant updates via excellent educators at desirable locations.”
—DR. ROBERT L. TECAU, DO
WHY CHOOSE MER?Since 1983, Medical Education Resources (MER) has been a leading non-profit source of fully accredited CME conferences for physicians and other healthcare professionals. We are dedicated to providing primary care physicians and other medical professionals with an exceptional learning experience.
MER provides targeted conferences with the critical updated information needed in today’s busy primary care environment.
YOUR SATISFACTION MATTERSMER programs have a 98% satisfaction rate amongst medical professionals in attendance.
CREDIBLE CME
EXPERT FACULTYMER conference speakers represent 75 leading medical institutions, including:
• Mayo Clinic
• Cleveland Clinic
• Harvard Medical School
• Stanford University School of Medicine
• Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Register for your choice of 3-day, 4-day and 5-day conferences.
PROGRAM ACCREDITATIONPHYSICIAN ACCREDITATIONMedical Education Resources (MER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
CREDIT DESIGNATIONMedical Education Resources (MER) designates these live activities for a maximum of 11-17 AMA PRA Category 1 credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.*
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF FAMILY PHYSICIANSThese activities have been reviewed and are acceptable for up to 11-17 Prescribed Credits by the American Academy of Family Physicians.*
AMERICAN OSTEOPATHIC ASSOCIATIONThese programs are approved for 11-17 hours in Category 2-A by the American Osteopathic Association.*
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF EMERGENCY PHYSICIANSThese activities are approved by the American College of Emergency Physicians for a maximum of 11-17 hours A.C.E.P. Category I credit.1*
CANADIAN PHYSICIANSThe College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) has a reciprocal credit agreement with the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) for activities which offer Prescribed credit. CFPC members who complete these conferences may claim the equivalent number of Mainpro-M1 credits.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTSAAPA accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for Category I credit from AOACCME, Prescribed Credit from AAFP, and AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM from organizations accredited by the ACCME or a recognized state medical society. Physician assistants may receive a maximum of 11-17 hours of Category I credit for completing these programs.*
NURSING ACCREDITATIONMedical Education Resources (MER) is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
These CE activities provide 11-17 contact hours of continuing nursing education.*
Medical Education Resources (MER) is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 12299. These CE activities provide 11-17 contact hours.
AMERICAN COUNCIL FOR PHARMACY EDUCATIONMedical Education Resources (MER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider
of continuing pharmacy education. MER designates these continuing education activities for 11-17 contact hour(s) (1.1-1.7 CEUs) of the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education.*
Visit www.mer.org for the Universal Program Numbers for each activity.
These activities are certified as Knowledge-based CPE.
TARGET AUDIENCEThese programs are targeted to office-based primary care providers and other health professionals with updates in primary care medicine
NURSING PURPOSE STATEMENTTo provide updates in primary care medicine to office-based providers
*3-day conferences offer 11 credits. 4-Day Conferences offer 14 credits. 5-Day Conferences offer 17 credits.1Note: Women’s/Men’s Health and Dermatology are not approved for A.C.E.P. credit.
PhysiciansPhysicians with an M.D. or D.O. designation are eligible.
Residents & Other Health ProfessionalsPricing for residents and other health professionals is open to medical residents, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and PharmDs /RPHs.
Early Bird RegistrationsTo be eligible for the Early Bird Rate, registrations must be confirmed by MER at least 60 days before the start of the conference.
ACCOMMODATIONSHotel rates are subject to change without notice.
Space is limited in our negotiated room-block. Early reservations are recommended to ensure accommodations at these popular properties. Availability and rates are subject to change once room-blocks are filled.
Group rates shown do not include taxes and fees. Please contact the hotel to receive specific information on cancellation policies and other information.
DUE TO THE POPULARITY OF THESE PROGRAMS AND FACILITIES, WE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO GUARANTEE HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE CONFERENCE. PLEASE REGISTER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. HOTEL RATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
AIRFARE AND CAR DISCOUNTSSpecial discounted airfare is being offered for MER attendees on American Airlines, United Airlines and Continental Airlines. Additionally, MER has negotiated discounted rental car rates with Hertz, Alamo, and National. All airfare and rental car reservations must be made directly with the respective airline or rental company. Please call MER at 800-421-3756 to get the desired MER discount code. Please do not book airfare until registration and hotel reservations are confirmed.
Conference registrations must be accompanied by payment. We cannot confirm your course registration until payment is received.
BUSINESS DEDUCTION FOR WORK-RELATED EDUCATIONContact your tax advisor for more details.
Cancellation PolicyIf you are unable to attend and are forced to cancel or transfer your registration, a full refund is given for cancellations made within one week from the date you register for a conference. Cancellations/transfers made after one week from your registration date and prior to one week before the course start date are non-refundable; however, they may be credited toward a future MER registration minus a non-refundable $50 fee. The credits expire one year from the date of cancellation.
If you are unable to attend the program you registered for and/or do not notify MER by one week before the course start date, your entire registration fee will be non-refundable.
DisclaimerA portion of your room rate will be applied to offset the cost of the food and beverage served during the meeting to participants only. This includes daily breakfast and morning coffee breaks during meeting hours for registered attendees.
Disclosure of Conflicts of InterestIt is the policy of Medical Education Resources (MER) to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. In accordance with this policy, MER identifies conflicts of interest with its instructors, content managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of an activity. Conflicts are resolved by MER to ensure that all scientific research referred to, reported, or used in a CME activity conforms to the generally accepted standards of experimental design, data collection, and analysis.
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Program FormatsThe conferences consist of half-day morning sessions. Breakfast is provided to attendees each meeting day.
Special AssistanceMER’s policy is to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If special arrangements are necessary for an individual with a disability to attend a conference, please contact our registration department at 1-800-421-3756.
MER’s Green InitiativeLike you, MER believes it is important to conserve and protect the natural resources we have been given. In 2013, we are taking steps toward being more ecologically friendly. The most noticeable change for our attendees will be the provision of take-home flash drives containing all materials presented in the conference. In this way, we will be able to save hundreds of thousands of sheets of paper per year. MER believes that all of us should Reduce, Reuse and Recycle as much as possible.